By:John Greenleaf Whittier Published By:Double9 Books
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Mabel Martin, A Harvest Idyl And Other Poems
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Mabel Martin: A harvest idyl and other poems gathers narrative and legendary verse that captures the spirit of rural New England life. The collection explores themes of love, loss, and the supernatural while reflecting on personal and collective histories. The titular poem follows Mabel, the daughter of an accused witch, whose life is shadowed by the stigma of her mother’s execution. Her idyllic river valley home turns somber as she faces alienation and scorn, yet she ultimately finds solace and love in the companionship of Esek Harden. Other poems in the collection explore prophecy, the bond between nature and humanity, and the passage of time, blending historical events with emotional reflection. Whittier weaves moral insight, social conscience, and a respect for tradition throughout the work, highlighting resilience, compassion, and the quiet strength found in community. With its lyrical tone, vivid imagery, and attention to the rhythms of everyday life, the collection preserves the culture and history of its era, creating a tapestry of memory, moral reflection, and the enduring presence of nature and human connection along the Merrimac River.
John Greenleaf Whittier was a Quaker poet and writer whose work reflected strong moral purpose and deep emotional sensitivity. Born on 17 December 1807 in Haverhill, Massachusetts, he grew up in a rural setting that shaped his lifelong appreciation for simplicity, faith, and the natural world. Whittier became widely recognized for his powerful opposition to slavery, using poetry and prose to support the abolitionist movement in the United States. His writings often carried themes of justice, compassion, perseverance, and spiritual reflection, making him an influential voice in reform literature. He was frequently included among the Fireside Poets, a group of writers whose verses were widely read in American homes for their warmth and accessibility. Influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns, Whittier developed a lyrical style that combined tenderness with ethical conviction. He is especially remembered for his anti-slavery works and for Snow-Bound, published in 1866, which captured memory, family life, and resilience with lasting emotional power. His parents were Abigail Hussey Whittier and John Whittier, and he had a sibling, Elizabeth Hussey Whittier. Whittier died on 7 September 1892 in Hampton Falls, New Hampshire.
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